Senior Certification Exam Developer

Title: Senior Test Developer

Location: Remote-Canada

Salary: Up to $75K

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About the Role

The Senior Test Developer is an experienced contributor who applies technical expertise in item editing, item bank management, test creation, and project management to the development of certifications tests. They manage a portfolio of assigned client programs, facilitate test development meetings with external stakeholders, maintain test and item banks using PSI’s proprietary item banking and test delivery software, and manage their work independently.

This is a full-time permanent role, with flexible hours around core office availability Monday to Friday. The role can be performed remotely, with occasional travel (up to 20%) required for meetings, events and workshops.

Role Responsibilities

• Configure and manage clients’ item banks in proprietary testing software.
• Maintain and update items and their classifications in the item bank according to established workflows.
• Edit and proofread items according to grammar, spelling, test item format, and conformance to client-specific style guides.
• Assemble test forms that meet prescribed criteria and document those results.
• Facilitate in-person and web-based test development meetings with client representatives and subject matter experts.
• Conduct training for item writers and monitor their progress toward writing assignments.
• Document decisions and outcomes from test development meetings.
• Develop and maintain timelines for test development activities, track progress in project management ticketing software, and coordinate test development activity with internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate test development requirements and progress to client representatives and subject matter experts.
• Maintain in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of proprietary testing software.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements

• Education to Bachelor’s degree level.
• 3 or more years’ experience in professional test development of credentialing/certification exams and item bank management.
• Experience with client advisory for large-scale testing programs, including Certification and/or Licensure applications preferred.
• Experience with project management processes and applications preferred.
• Strong proofreading skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits & Culture

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, your future, and your sense of purpose:

• Retirement Benefits: 401(k), pension, or country-specific retirement plans with employer contributions
• Generous Time Off: Enhanced paid time off/annual leave policies
• Health & Wellbeing Coverage: Medical insurance tailored to your region, plus:
• US: Dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• UK: Medical cashback plan including dental, vision, and income protection
• Flexible Spending Accounts (US)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support whenever you need it
• Work-Life Balance: We understand life happens outside of work, and we fully support flexibility
• Wellness Culture: Regular global wellness initiatives to help you stay healthy and inspired
• Future Planning: Tools and support to help you grow personally and professionally
• Giving Back: Enjoy a Volunteer Day each year and opportunities to support our communities and industry

At PSI, we’re more than just a workplace - we’re a global team driven by shared values and real impact. If you're ready to be part of a company that’s committed to your growth and well-being, we’d love to hear from you.